Shopping for Toys by Age!

Shopping for gifts can be daunting, especially if you're shopping for toys. With all of the options out there, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Fear not - try shopping for toys by age. The age categories are designed to give you an idea of what toys are appropriate for what age. Now, naturally you know your loved ones better than we do, so use your best judgement. Just because something is marked for ages up to 5 doesn't mean your 8 year old won't love it. Do watch out for those toys that say things like 3 and up though, you want to make sure the toy is safe for young ones with no choking hazards etc.For infants, toys like activity mats, toy pianos, and bouncers are all great gift ideas.For preschoolers, try the leapster explorer, a kitchen setup, or the mighty magnets construction kit!6-8 year olds will love the alternative skateboard, the bop-it bounce, or night vision goggles!For the picky tween, try the Nintendo DSi or the ken ken handheld game, or to get them away from their tech-toys, try the perfume science kit!For the lovable teen, try the twilight saga Scene it, an XBOX 360, iPod Nano, or electronic chess set!And last but not least, for those who are just kids at heart, treat them to a fooseball table, air hockey table, or marshmallow shooters to let them rip loose and have fun!If these toys by age aren't your cup of tea, check out this aol article for more options!